(LOT 45)
1941 Play Ball #14 Ted Williams PSA 8 NM-MT
TEDDY BALLGAME!!! Similar to Ted's sensational batting exploits are the breathtaking aesthetics of this "PSA NM-MT 8" 1941 Play Ball subject that has rightfully earned the hallowed assessment. This museum worthy masterpiece provides a brilliant and colorful portrait pose of the fearsome slugger, revealing superb clarity and contrast. Snow-white borders frame the classic image defying the off-center technical stigma commonly associated with this issue. A super clean surface ends at razor-sharp edges and pinpoint corners, and the verso's bold black print registration and accompanying surface are likewise virtually perfect. Its "pack-fresh" nature provides eye appeal consistent with many "mint-like" examples, stubbornly defying "father time" for nearly 81 years to retain a majority of its original factory issued attributes.

A "perfect" testament to Ted Williams' unparalleled legacy, it conjures up vivid memories of how this remarkable hitter elevated himself to a pinnacle level at his gifted craft. Similar to Ruth and DiMaggio, Ted Williams will forever be categorized as an American hero, solidified by "The Kid" being the best at his particular skills, both in the batter's box and battling enemy fighter aircraft to defend a grateful nation. Williams' 1941 campaign resulted in an amazing .406 batting average that will forever stand as one of our National Pastime's greatest achievements, solidifying the notion that the "Thumper" truly resides as baseball's finest all-time hitter, with this iconic offering truly worthy of an esteemed place in any world-class compilation!
MIN BID $3,500
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